November 4, 2026 ~ Democrats have secured control of Congress, marking a significant shift in the balance of power on Capitol Hill and setting the stage for a new legislative agenda in Washington.
The change in control is expected to have major implications for issues ranging from the federal budget and tax policy to healthcare, energy, immigration, and national security. Congressional leadership positions are likely to be reshaped as lawmakers prepare for the next session.
Here are the winners in key U.S. Senate Races around the country:
Michigan ~ Democrat Abdul El-Sayed beats former GOP Congressman Mike Rogers.
Texas ~ Democrat James Talarico clinched victory over Republican State Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Iowa ~ Democratic State Rep. Josh Turek defeated Republican Rep. Ashley Hinson.
Kansas ~ Adam Hamilton defeated the incumbent Senator Roger Marshall to become the first Democrat to win the seat in nearly 100 years
South Carolina ~ GOP Senator Darline Graham lost to Democrat Annie Andrews.
North Carolina ~ Roy Cooper, the state’s Former Governor won the seat that GOP Senator Thom Tillis is leaving.
Georgia ~ Democratic Incumbent Senator Jon Ossoff defeated Republican challenger Mike Collins.
Maine ~ Troy Jackson beats Incumbent Susan Collins ending her three decade Senate tenure.
